2065 Atwater Blvd, Unit SP7, Atwater, CA 95301
0 bed · — · 8.0 mi from campus · 700 sq ft · Apartment
$400/mo
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Cheap apartments near Merced College
Explore cheap apartments near Merced College in Merced, CA. Live listings, rent trends, and student-focused insights for budget-conscious students.
Average rent
$915/mo
Walk score
78/100
Listings
24
Avg commute
~23 min
Student budget fit
Typical all-in monthly costs near Merced College land around ~$3,460/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.
Safety insights
Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this hub are ranked for student-friendly walkability and residential stability.
Transportation for students
Transit convenience near Merced, CA scores about 83/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.
Best areas for students
Students targeting cheap apartments often start in Merced Heights and Midtown before expanding search radius.
Matching inventory
24 active listings match this category near Merced College. Compare rent, commute, and roommate options before touring.
Rent trends
Studio trend
$2,200/mo avg
1 bedroom trend
$2,700/mo avg
2 bedroom trend
$3,750/mo avg
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$915/mo
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82/100
Relative to campus median rents
Safety
88/100
Walkability and residential stability
Convenience
71/100
Commute and daily errands
Nightlife
86/100
Social scene proximity
Transportation
86/100
Transit and shuttle access
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741 Suzanne Dr, Merced, CA 95348
3 bed · 2 bath · 1.2 mi from campus · 1,435 sq ft · Single Family
$725/mo
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149-163 W 11th St, Merced, CA 95341
0 bed · 1 bath · 2.9 mi from campus · 350 sq ft · Apartment
$875/mo
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How much does cheap apartments cost near Merced College?
Filtered listings average about $915/month near Merced College. Campus-wide averages run $2,700 for 1BR and $3,750 for 2BR.
Where should I look for cheap apartments near Merced College?
Students often start in Merced Heights and Midtown. Compare 24 listings filtered for budget-conscious students before expanding your search radius.
When should Merced College students start searching for cheap apartments?
Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Merced College, starting 90 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.
What is considered cheap rent near Merced College?
Listings at or below the campus median are flagged as budget-friendly. Shared 2BR splits often land near $1,900/person/month.
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